Production Specialist

Lincoln Electric; İzmit; On-site; TRY 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in İzmit is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to oversee daily production processes and implement continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering, possesses at least three years of experience in production, and is proficient in lean manufacturing techniques. This role requires excellent teamwork and communication skills, along with an innovative mindset to drive efficiency in operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in production processes, preferably in automotive or metal industries.
• Proficient in lean manufacturing techniques and able to read technical drawings.
• Sufficient foreign language skills to understand technical documents in English.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production processes and improve efficiency.
• Ensure effective operation of machinery and report malfunctions.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Lean manufacturing techniques

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Technical document interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

MS Office

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Kocaeli

Employment Status: Salary Full-Time

Function: Manufacturing

Hiring Manager: Emre Cengiz Mete

Recruiter: Helen Green

Internal Candidate Eligibility Criteria

• Is a Lincoln Electric employee with at least 1 year of service
• Is NOT on an active Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production processes and conduct analyses to improve efficiency
• Ensure effective operation of machinery and equipment on the production line; report malfunctions to relevant departments
• Develop and implement continuous improvement (Kaizen) projects
• Ensure production is carried out in accordance with occupational safety and quality standards
• Organize workforce and resources according to the production plan
  Track and report production data using systems such as SAP or ERP
• Prepare production infrastructure for new product launch processes
• Interpret technical drawings and documents to contribute to production processes
• Take an active role in internal and external audits related to production
• Collaborate effectively with engineering and maintenance teams, demonstrating strong teamwork skills

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related engineering fields
• Minimum 3 year of experience in production processes (preferably in automotive, white goods, or metal industries)
• Proficient in lean manufacturing techniques such as Kaizen, 5S, TPM
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Proficient in MS Office and preferably SAP/ERP systems
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Sufficient foreign language skills to understand technical documents in English
• Open to continuous improvement with an innovative perspective

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.